
Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Appleton, WI
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $52.78
- Weekly
- $1,900
- Yearly (full-time)
- $98,800
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $52.78/hour — 30% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Wisconsin ($40.48/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Wisconsin right now
- 21 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Wisconsin from 6 agencies.
- Pay in these listings: $52.54 – $65.15/hour, median $57.34/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Wisconsin: $40.48/hour ($84,198/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($63.57/hour across 8 jobs).
Job description
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Jobs – Acute-Care Hospital Assignment in Appleton, Wisconsin
Join a collaborative respiratory care team in Appleton, Wisconsin, as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) supporting acute-care patients on 12-hour night shifts. This 13-week respiratory therapy assignment offers 36 guaranteed hours per week across inpatient, critical care, and emergency settings.
Located in the Fox Cities region, Appleton offers an inviting blend of outdoor recreation, scenic Fox River surroundings, arts and entertainment, local dining, and a welcoming community atmosphere. This is an excellent opportunity for respiratory therapists seeking Wisconsin healthcare jobs in a dynamic hospital environment.
Respiratory Therapist Job Details
- Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Healthcare Setting: Acute-care hospital environment
- Location: Appleton, Wisconsin
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,830–$1,970
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour nights, approximately 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; may flex to day shifts based on department needs
- Assignment Duration: 13-week assignment beginning November 2, 2026
- Weekend Requirement: Every third weekend
- Holiday Requirement: As needed
- Call: No regular call or callback requirement
- Float: May support a nearby affiliated hospital and cross-train between locations
- Orientation: 8 hours
- Electronic Medical Record: Recent Epic experience required
- Scrubs: Provided
Registered Respiratory Therapist Requirements
- At least 1 year of acute-care respiratory therapy experience
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with an associate degree or certificate
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Current Wisconsin respiratory therapy licensure
- Current AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
- Recent Epic charting experience, preferably within the last year
- Demonstrated experience in critical care and emergency department settings
- Adaptable, resilient, dependable, and comfortable managing change in a fast-paced hospital environment
Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory care across multiple inpatient units, including critical care, medical-surgical areas, and the emergency department
- Evaluate patients and develop and implement appropriate respiratory treatment plans
- Perform adult airway management and ventilator management
- Provide basic pediatric airway and ventilation support in the emergency department
- Monitor patient status, respond to changes in condition, and communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team
- Document patient assessments, respiratory interventions, and outcomes accurately in Epic
- Float between affiliated hospital locations as needed and participate in cross-training
- Maintain professional standards while delivering compassionate, patient-centered respiratory care
Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist opportunity in Appleton, Wisconsin, and join a collaborative acute-care healthcare team.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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